You might be surprised to know that Linda Allard, the head of Ellen Tracy, is also known for her culinary skills. She even wrote a cookbook, ''Absolutely Delicious!'' from whence this recipe came. The crust calls for a combination of butter and lard which results in a superbly flaky crust, but if the idea of lard makes you bristle, all butter will work here too (you might need a bit more). Very little fuss is made over the peaches; just toss them with lemon juice, sugar and a scoop of flour to make it come together, then sprinkle with fresh nutmeg before topping with a blanket of dough. Bake until the juices bubble and peek through the golden crust. It's a simple and straightforward recipe, and the perfect showcase for ripe and juicy peaches.

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